Ghana and UK strengthen bilateral ties and security cooperation

Ghana and the United Kingdom have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties following high-level diplomatic discussions in Accra between Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa and British High Commissioner Christian Rogg. The meeting focused on expanding economic cooperation, specifically noting the upcoming Takoradi port expansion project scheduled to begin later this year.

Diplomatic preparations are underway for an official visit by President John Dramani Mahama to the United Kingdom, as well as coordination for Ghana’s delegation to the upcoming Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM).

On the security front, both nations reviewed progress in their security partnership, committing to enhanced technical and operational collaboration to address organized crime and violent extremism in West Africa.